Catherine Gale

Michael Porter, a Harvard Business School professor and expert in competitive strategy, teams up with Catherine Gale, former CEO of Gale Foods and political reform advocate. Together, they delve into the concept of the political duopoly in the U.S., likening it to corporations that stifle competition. They discuss the entrenched two-party system's effects on voter representation and the influence of special interest groups. Proposed reforms include nonpartisan primaries and ranked choice voting to enhance democracy. Their insights reveal a complex interplay between politics and industry.

Michael Porter, a Harvard Business School professor known for his expertise in strategy, teams up with Catherine Gale, former CEO turned political reform advocate. They challenge the idea that America's political system is broken, comparing it to the duopoly of Coca-Cola and Pepsi. They explore how party competition stifles reform and leaves voters disillusioned. The duo discusses innovative solutions like ranked choice voting and the importance of structural changes to enhance political representation and engagement in an increasingly polarized landscape.